Job Description
West Mountain Ski Area is Looking for Qualified Lift Maintenance Mechanics
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation: Starting pay rate of $18-22, actual wage will be adjusted based on experience.
- Benefits: This is a full-time, year-round, benefitted position including;
- Paid time off and sick pay
- Free season pass for employee
- Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, friends & family tickets, etc.
- Out of State Relocation may be paid based on years of experience and qualifications.
Job Summary:
The Lift Mechanic is primarily responsible for ski lift maintenance, both preventative and unscheduled, working closely with the Lift Operations team. This is a challenging position, in an outside environment that typically incudes the use of snowmobiles and ATV's, climbing ski lift towers and servicing on-mountain systems in all weather conditions.
Summary of Key Responsibilities :
Responsibilities and essential functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Monitor and assists in maintaining all lift equipment to ensure safe operation
- Diagnose, repair and maintenance of all ski lift systems and equipment
- Must be able to climb chairlift towers to troubleshoot/repair equipment at heights up to 50 feet
- Lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and up to 50 lbs frequently
- Will bend, squat, climb, twist and reach above shoulder level frequently
- Will use hands for grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation in repair of machinery
- Maintain all required record keeping and maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner as pertains to the NYS Department of Labor
- Be able to operate a snowmobile safely and respond to stopped lift issues quickly and efficiently in all types of weather conditions
- Attend all necessary training pertaining to the job, including lift evacuation training
- Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business
- Assist in training new technicians and lift operations staff
- Be punctual and dependable, pay attention to detail and use good judgement
Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years experience in mechanical field or equivilant education and/or experience
- Valid driver's license
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilites:
- Knowledge of ski lift operation and controls
- Familiarity with hydraulic systems, rigging, diesel maintenance and PLC control systems
- Familiarity with snowmobile, ATV/UTV and heavy equipment safety and operation
- Previous lift maintenance experience
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions and work assignments
- Strong interpersonal communication and guest service skills
- General mechanical tool use, including power and hand tools
- Ability to commit to working weekends and holidays
- Comfortable working in extreme mountain weather conditions
Please send your resume and cover letter to nathan@westmountain.com
WEST MOUNTAIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Work setting:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Queensbury, NY 12804: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any issues with climbing heights up to 50 ft. ?
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)
- Ski Lift Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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